Mangalore

A gateway to the coastal region, Mangalore has long served as a stop-off point on maritime trade routes, and remains a major port city today. Despite its status as one of India's fastest-growing cities, Mangalore's tourism tends to focus on the least built-up spots. Most visitors flock to the quiet and relatively unknown beaches, where atmospheric seafood shacks serve local, spicy delicacies along the stretches of sand. Mangalore is in Dakshina Kannada District. Explore the family-friendly attractions of Mangalore and add them to your vacation plans using our India online trip planner .